Addy Finding Freedom, Connie Porter
Addy Finding Freedom, Connie Porter
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Addy: Finding Freedom

Author: Connie Porter

Narrator: Shayna Small

Unabridged: 2 hr 42 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/30/2022


Synopsis

In this first book of her series, Addy Walker’s family is planning a dangerous escape from slavery during the summer of 1864.

But before they can leave, the most terrible thing Addy can imagine happens—her Poppa and her brother, Sam, are sold! Addy and her Momma decide they must head out on their own. Although the road to freedom is difficult, Addy’s new life brings new friends, school, and even the opportunity to help others. But when will her family be reunited?

This audiobook includes a historical “Looking Back” section about Addy’s world in 1864.

About The Author

Connie Porter grew up near Buffalo, New York, where the winters are long and hard. She and her sisters trudged through deep snow to borrow books from the bookmobile that came to the neighborhood twice a week. After the girls finished their homework at night, they crawled into their beds and read the books aloud to each other. Ms. Porter still loves to read books. Today, she lives in Pennsylvania with her daughter.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Celina on February 01, 2019

I think this was a great book. In this story a 9 year old girl name Addy works as a slave with her family on Master Stevens plantation in North Carolina in 1864 during the civil war. But then Master Stevens sells her dad and older brother Sam to a new owner. So Addy and her mom must escape North Car......more

Goodreads review by Tiffany on February 25, 2019

Fantastic book! A gentle introduction for young readers into slavery and the Civil War. Book follows great story line, teaching children about kindness, bravery, and courage. Highly recommend this book for independent young readers or as a read aloud!......more

Goodreads review by Crystal on February 18, 2018

This story is excellent - 5 stars even - but I’m giving it 3 because they combined the original 3 Addy books into one book - and removed all the pictures. The original books had a family tree and timeline and kids were able to make connections so much easier. I’ll be on the lookout for the original......more

Goodreads review by Faith on January 29, 2022

Wow. Wow, wow, WOW! Ten years ago, although I read American Girl, I didn't care much for Addy. I didn't hold anything against her--she just wasn't my favorite. But now... She. Is. Amazing! This book (which is a mash-up of three books [Meet Addy, Addy Learns a Lesson, and Addy’s Surprise] that were rel......more

Goodreads review by Kara on April 20, 2024

I’ve always loved the Addy books! She is one of my favorites! Connie Porter is an amazing author and brings Addy to life! About a 2 hour read. Notable Quotes: “Honey, if you fill your heart with hate, there ain’t gonna be no room for love.” “People can do wrong for such a long time, they don’t even know......more